The provided legal document content pertains to the Texas Workers’ Compensation Act, specifically focusing on workers’ health and safety. It defines the term ’employer’ and outlines the requirements for employers who obtain workers’ compensation insurance coverage. The chapter provides immunity to insurance companies, their agents, servants, or employees, and safety consultants for accidents, injuries, or occupational diseases that may occur in connection with the operations of the employer. Franchisors are not considered employers of franchisees or franchisee’s employees unless certain conditions are met.

This legal document found in the Texas Statutes under the Labor Code governs the payment of wages. It defines key terms such as ‘Commission’, ‘Day’, ‘Employee’, and ‘Employer’. The document clarifies the definition of ‘Employment’ and introduces the term ‘Payroll card account’. It further defines ‘Wages’ to include various types of leave pay, vacation pay, and severance pay. The document does not specify any penalties for non-compliance or violations. It applies to employees and employers, with exemptions for certain individuals related to the employer or working as independent contractors.

This legal document, found in the Texas Statutes under the Labor Code, falls under the chapter of ‘PROTECTION OF LABORERS’ and specifically pertains to regulations regarding minimum wage. The document provides definitions for various terms used in the chapter, such as ‘agriculture’, ‘commission’, ’employ’, ’employee’, and ’employer’. It defines ‘agriculture’ to include farming, cultivating the soil, dairying, producing and harvesting agricultural or horticultural commodities, raising livestock and poultry, and other related activities.

The provided legal document content pertains to the assignment of wages. According to the document, an employee’s assignment of their wages or salary is not effective against their employer in any suit for unearned wages or salaries, unless the employer is given written notice of the assignment immediately after its execution. This provision was added by Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 76, Sec. 9.17(a), and became effective on September 1, 1995.

The provided legal document content pertains to the redemption of employer’s evidences of indebtedness for wages. It defines ’employer’s evidence of indebtedness’ as an instrument, other than money, used to pay employees or laborers, including coupons, chips, scrip, punchouts, and store orders. The document states that a person who uses an employer’s evidence of indebtedness must redeem it for United States currency at face value upon demand and presentation by the holder on a regular payday.

The provided legal document governs the operation of charitable raffles conducted by qualified organizations in Texas. It defines ‘charitable purposes’ and provides definitions for various terms related to raffles. The document outlines the eligibility criteria and requirements for qualified organizations to conduct raffles. It also defines the criteria for qualified nonprofit organizations for the purposes of charitable raffles in Texas. The document specifies the requirements for qualifying as a nonprofit organization and provides an exemption for nonprofit wildlife conservation associations.

The provided legal document content pertains to the inspection and regulation of gambling vessels in Texas. The document defines the term ‘department’ as the Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas. It specifies that this chapter applies to vessels where activities described by Section 47.02(a) of the Penal Code are regularly conducted, regardless of whether the activity occurs in Texas or not. The document was enacted in 1999. There are no specific exemptions or penalties mentioned in this chapter.

The provided legal document content is from the Texas Racing Act, which governs various aspects of horse racing and greyhound racing in Texas. It defines key terms related to the racing industry, such as different types of horses (e.g., Texas-bred horse, Arabian horse, Quarter horse), racetrack-related entities (e.g., racetrack association, concessionaire), and racing officials (e.g., judge, steward). The Act also establishes regulations for wagering, including pari-mutuel wagering and multiple wagering. It defines the responsibilities and authority of the Texas Racing Commission, which oversees and regulates the racing industry in the state.

The provided legal document content pertains to the composition and operation of the Texas Racing Commission. The commission consists of seven members appointed by the governor with the advice and consent of the senate, as well as two ex officio members who have the right to vote. The document outlines the eligibility requirements, appointment process, and terms of the commission members. It also mentions the grounds for removal from the commission and the entitlements of appointed members.

The provided legal document content pertains to the powers and duties of the Texas Racing Commission and race meeting officials under the Texas Racing Act. The commission is responsible for licensing and regulating all aspects of horse racing and greyhound racing in Texas, including races and workouts at tracks that do not offer pari-mutuel wagering. The commission is required to consider the impact of its actions on the state’s racing industry and has the power to adopt rules, issue licenses, and take necessary actions related to horse racing or greyhound racing.